Guinea 500 sylis Walking International Games Sports proof silver coin 1984

The 1984 Guinea 500 Sylis International Walking Games proof silver coin is a remarkable sports-themed commemorative celebrating endurance athletics and international competition. Struck in silver with an elegant proof finish, this issue captures the spirit of disciplined athletic achievement through detailed engraving and refined mirrored surfaces. The obverse features a realistic portrait of a Guinean athlete wearing traditional attire and a textured cap, framed by the inscription of the Republic of Guinea and the date 1984. The finely engraved facial features, patterned clothing, and polished background create a striking visual contrast that enhances the artistic quality of the coin.

The reverse depicts a dynamic group of five race walkers moving in synchronized motion during an international walking competition. The athletes are shown wearing numbered sports uniforms, running shoes, and athletic gear while advancing along a marked track line beneath the large “International Games Walking” inscription. The denomination “500 Syli” appears below the sporting scene. Every figure is carefully sculpted to convey movement, determination, teamwork, and the competitive energy of global athletics.

Issued during a period when international sporting events symbolized unity and national pride, this coin reflects Guinea’s participation in worldwide sports culture and commemorative coin artistry. Its proof silver composition and attractive design make it especially appealing to collectors of Olympic memorabilia, athletics-themed coins, sports history, and African numismatics. The combination of athletic imagery, historical context, and elegant proof striking gives this commemorative lasting collectible appeal.

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